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Welcome to the South Dakota Department of Revenue's press room. Here you will find all the latest publications and press releases concerning DOR. If you have any further questions regarding the press releases, please contact (605) 773-5869.
Tax Refund Program Open to Senior Citizens and Citizens with Disabilities
South Dakota senior citizens and citizens with disabilities have until July 1 to apply for a tax refund through the state’s Tax Refund Program. Eligible individuals may receive a refund of a portion of the sales taxes they paid in the previous year.
Read More About Tax Refund Program Open to Senior Citizens and Citizens with Disabilities ›The U.S. Treasury Has Stopped Minting Pennies
This may lead to potential shortages that may prevent retailers from giving exact change during cash transactions. This does not affect how South Dakota sales tax is calculated.
Read More About The U.S. Treasury Has Stopped Minting Pennies ›Assessment Freeze for the Elderly & Disabled
Elderly and disabled South Dakotans have until April 1 to apply for property tax relief
Read More About Assessment Freeze for the Elderly & Disabled ›The 2026 Winter Newsletter Is Now Available!
The Winter Newsletter is here! Learn more about the Millionaire for Life game by the South Dakota Lottery, how to properly apply use tax to construction costs, why good communication during an audit is important, and more!
Read More About The 2026 Winter Newsletter Is Now Available! ›2025 Department of Revenue Annual Report
Catch up on highlights from the past year, see where South Dakota compares to other states and view statistical reports in the South Dakota Department of Revenue Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Report.
Read More About 2025 Department of Revenue Annual Report ›Motor Fuel Diversion Reporting Requirement in South Dakota
Effective January 1, 2026, businesses that transport motor fuel or special fuel within South Dakota are subject to specific documentation and reporting requirements under state law.
Read More About Motor Fuel Diversion Reporting Requirement in South Dakota ›Our Fall 2025 Newsletter Is Now Live!
The Fall Newsletter is here! This edition will cover topics like the Electronic Title Project, the Gift Responsibly Campaign, and more.
Read More About Our Fall 2025 Newsletter Is Now Live! ›City of Clark to Implement New 1% Municipal Gross Receipts Tax Starting January 1, 2026
Effective January 1, 2026, the City of Clark will implement a 1% municipal gross receipts tax. This new tax will apply to lodging accommodations, eating establishments, alcoholic beverage sales, and admissions.
Read More About City of Clark to Implement New 1% Municipal Gross Receipts Tax Starting January 1, 2026 ›South Dakota Commission on Gaming Issues Reminder: Private Possession of Slot Machines is Illegal
The South Dakota Commission on Gaming is reminding the public that the private ownership or possession of slot machines is strictly prohibited under South Dakota law.
Read More About South Dakota Commission on Gaming Issues Reminder: Private Possession of Slot Machines is Illegal ›